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Latest ASX share market news. Find out which Australian shares are moving the stock market today, and which shares to buy.

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Share Gainers

Why A2 Milk, APM, Boral, and Reliance Worldwide shares are pushing higher today

| James Mickleboro

These ASX shares are having a good session on Monday. But why?

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Dividend Investing

On the hunt for passive income? Here's what you need to know about the record Ampol dividend

| Bernd Struben

Following today’s record declaration, Ampol shares trade on a juicy 7.2% dividend yield.

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

Star Group share price is frozen in further Sydney license limbo

| James Mickleboro

The drama isn't over for this casino operator in Sydney.

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Bank Shares

Why are Westpac shares leaping ahead of rival ASX 200 bank stocks on Monday?

| Bernd Struben

ASX 200 investors have been poring over Westpac’s quarterly results today.

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Dividend Investing

Everything you need to know about the record Cochlear dividend

| Sebastian Bowen

The latest Cochlear dividend will disappoint no one.

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Bank Shares

You need to act fast if you want to receive the next CBA dividend

| James Mickleboro

It's almost payday for the banking giant's shareholders.

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Earnings Results

Guess which ASX 200 stock is surging 9% on robust cash generation?

| Bernd Struben

Investors are bidding up the ASX 200 stock amid a sharp decline in debt and an on-market share buyback.

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Earnings Results

Nuix share price sinks 15% after swinging to half-year loss

| James Mickleboro

This tech stock is having a poor start to the week after releasing its results.

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Value Investing

3 Australian value stocks to buy right now

| Tristan Harrison

I think these stocks are capable of beating the market.

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Earnings Results

Cochlear share price falls despite 29% dividend boost

| Sebastian Bowen

Cochlear has reported some big numbers today.

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Mergers & Acquisitions

APM shares rocket 73% after rejecting $1.5b takeover

| James Mickleboro

$1.5 billion wasn't enough for this company's board.

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Earnings Results

ASX 200 energy stock Ampol charging higher on record 2023 sales

| Bernd Struben

ASX 200 investors are bidding up the Ampol share price on Monday.

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Opinions

This is the best ASX share buy I've made in my superannuation fund

| Tristan Harrison

This stock has been an amazing investment so far.

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Resources Shares

Will Fortescue stock be worth more than CBA by 2026?

| Tristan Harrison

The resources giant has done a wonderful job of growing. Can it keep going?

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Earnings Results

Why this ASX All Ords share leaping 20% despite a big dent in profits

| James Mickleboro

Falling reported profits aren't putting investors off this stock.

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Opinions

2 ASX shares under $50 new investors can buy confidently

| Tristan Harrison

I like these stocks for both growth and dividend potential.

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Motley Fool Take Stock

Invest like a Roman general

| Scott Phillips (TMFGilla)

Humility is something to be cultivated in all walks of life.

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Dividend Investing

This ASX dividend share is forecast to pay a 9% yield in 2026

| Tristan Harrison

This stock could be a cash cow for passive income.

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Earnings Results

Lendlease share price crashes on $136m half-year loss

| James Mickleboro

Investors have been left bitterly disappointed with this update.

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Earnings Results

Bendigo Bank share price tumbles on half-year earnings slump

| James Mickleboro

Here's how this regional bank performed during the first half.

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Mergers & Acquisitions

Why are Boral shares outperforming the ASX 200 today?

| James Mickleboro

This building materials company has received a takeover offer.

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Earnings Results

A2 Milk share price jumps 12% on solid half-year results

| James Mickleboro

This infant formula company's shares are catching the eye on Monday.

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Dividend Investing

1 ASX dividend stock down 50% to buy in February

| Tristan Harrison

I think it could be time to go shopping for this beaten-up stock.

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ETFs

I'm planning to buy this top ASX ETF for my child

| Tristan Harrison

This investment ticks many of the boxes I’m looking for.

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Dividend Investing

Morgans says these high-yield ASX dividend stocks are buys

| James Mickleboro

The broker is tipping some big yields from these buy-rated stocks.

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Share Market News

These are the 10 most shorted ASX shares

| James Mickleboro

Let's see why short sellers are betting on these ASX shares sinking.

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Earnings Results

Westpac share price on watch following $1.8 billion quarterly profit

| Bernd Struben

Westpac’s revenue and expenses both increased over the three months.

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Technology Shares

This ASX 200 share is predicted to benefit from AI demand for years

| Tristan Harrison

A fund manager has picked out a stock that looks set to be a significant AI winner.

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Opinions

Is the Telstra share price too low, after another strong set of results?

| Tristan Harrison

Is it time to call Telstra shares a buy?

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Opinions

What are the pros and cons of buying BHP shares before the company reports?

| Tristan Harrison

Should investors dig into BHP before its result?

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Dividend Investing

2 ASX dividend shares to buy to supercharge your income

| James Mickleboro

Analysts are saying good things about these dividend shares.

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Investing Strategies

For $1,500 in monthly passive income, buy 1,400 shares of this ASX 200 stock

| Tony Yoo

For many ordinary Australians, an extra $1,500 each month sounds like a dream. But you're not ordinary, are you?

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Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Monday

| James Mickleboro

Here's what to expect from the benchmark index this morning.

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Opinions

The best ASX shares to invest $20,000 in right now

| Tony Yoo

Check out these stocks that could reward you handsomely if you invested your hard-earned right now.

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Share Market News

3 things ASX investors should watch this week

| Tony Yoo

Keep these events on your radar in the coming days, as they could have an impact on your investments.

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Retirement

Is 50 too late to start buying ASX shares for retirement?

| Sebastian Bowen

Are you worried about retirement? Then read this.

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How to invest

No savings in 2024? I'd follow Warren Buffett and start building wealth

| James Mickleboro

Don't let having no savings hold you back from becoming wealthy.

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Broker Notes

Top brokers name 3 ASX shares to buy next week

| James Mickleboro

Brokers gave the thumbs up to these ASX shares last week. Why are they bullish?

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Opinions

This ASX passive income all-star just increased its dividend by 17%

| Tristan Harrison

This juicy dividend could keep on growing.

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Opinions

3 reasons why I'd buy small-cap shares over ASX blue chips in 2024

| Tristan Harrison

I’m excited by the potential of small stocks.

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